EL Language Support Personnel

Young World Physical Education; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking EL Language Support Personnel for full-time and part-time roles in Cincinnati, Ohio. The position focuses on supporting Native Language Speaking students and assisting teachers to enhance student academic achievement.

Successful candidates will be bilingual, hold a High School Diploma, and be trained in ODE Educational Aide Permit tasks. Strong communication skills and collaboration with teachers are essential.

Submit your interest and resume to Andrew Phillips at Hamilton County Educational Service Center.

Qualifications

• Bilingual preferred to support Native Language Speaking students.
• Ability to communicate in English and target language across reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Provide bilingual interpretation/translation for staff and students.
• Administer state-required language proficiency assessments.
• Support in-class instruction using native language supports.

Skills

Bilingualism

Clear communication

Collaboration skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Hamilton County ESC – Hamilton County Educational Service Center – Cincinnati, Ohio

Job ID: 5815781

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 06 2026 1:06 PM (UTC)

EL Language Support Personnel

Job Description

Job Opening Announcement
EL Language Support Personnel
Full-Time and Part-Time available

Job Goal

To provide support to Native Language Speaking students and assist classroom teachers with instructional support to enhance academic achievement of students.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Bilingual preferred
• Obtain ODE Educational Aide Permit after employment is approved.

Essential Functions

1. Must be able to act as a bilingual interpreter/translator in the target language for the staff and limited English proficient students and families. The candidate must be able to contact a family by phone as needed, regarding various concerns. The candidate must be able to translate/interpret all forms in the target language.
2. Can administer assessments of language proficiency such as initial assessments and annual assessments required by the state.
3. Must provide in-class instruction as directed by teacher utilizing native language supports.
4. Must be flexible and dependable while maintaining confidentiality of students and families.
5. Have good collaboration skills to work with mainstream teachers, EL staff, and other staff members in the school.
6. Maintain classroom management of small groups of students in the target language.
7. Must be able to communicate clearly in target language and in English in the domains of reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
8. Adheres to all HCESC policies as outlined in the employee handbook.
9. Conduct yourself with proper interpreter protocol (adhering to what was said, not interjecting your thoughts, speaking respectfully and directly to persons involved).
10. Supports and advocates for students in the classroom, school, and the community.
11. Accompanies students on field trips and in community training and inclusive settings.
12. Provide professional development to staff on the role of Native Language Supports personnel.
13. Participate in student staffing, and educational team meetings for tiers of intervention support.
14. Must satisfy all job‑related training and attendance requirements.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND ADA STATEMENT

The Hamilton County Educational Service Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and endeavors to provide the highest quality service through employing professionals selected for their competence and expertise. The Governing Board of Hamilton County Educational Service Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes"), or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Position Type: Full-time

Submit Letter of Interest with Resume to:

Hamilton County Educational Service Center
11083 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45231

Attn: Andrew Phillips

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